News from 2016
Two claim misrepresentation by car dealer
PHILADELPHIA — Two consumers are suing Fred Beans Motors of Doylestown Inc. d/b/a Fred Beans Doylestown Subaru and/or d/b/a Fred Beans Subaru, alleging breach of contract, fraud, and negligent misrepresentation.
Government says woman failed to repay loan
PITTSBURGH — The federal government is suing Elisa J. Solomon, alleging unpaid debt.
Woman hasn't repaid debt, government alleges
PITTSBURGH — The federal government is suing Erin R. Wermeyer a/k/a Erin R. Doemling, alleging unpaid debt.
Borrower owes for principal, interest, government alleges
PITTSBURGH — The federal government is suing Saied Nedjati, alleging unpaid debt.
Competitors accused of infringing on plant patent
PITTSBURGH — Trademark owners are suing Proven Winners North America LLC and Plant 21 LLC, competitors, citing alleged plant patent infringement, unfair competition and tortious interference with contractual relationships.
Man claims discrimination at hands of Lock Haven University
HARRISBURG — An employee is suing Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania and State System of Higher Education, a public university and governing body, citing alleged breach of contract, discrimination and retaliation.
Man claims Eastern University failed to pay overtime premium
PHILADELPHIA — A former maintenance employee is suing Eastern University, alleging violation of wage laws.
Business claims former employee breached contract
PITTSBURGH — A Pennsylvania business is suing Robert L. Adderton, a former employee, citing alleged breach of contract and unfair competition.
Motorcyclist says driver's negligence caused collision
PITTSBURGH — A motorcyclist is suing Ultra 1 Motors Inc. and company agent Lidina El Hajj, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Pennsylvania has three AGs in as many weeks
HARRISBURG – Following the resignation of Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane, Bruce Castor filled in while a replacement was confirmed.
Insurer seeks $3 million in alleged failure to meet obligations under indemnity agreement
PHILADELPHIA — A New Jersey insurance company is suing John O'Brien and Alan Katz, citing alleged breach of contract.
Woman blames pharmaceutical companies for peripheral neuropathy
PHILADELPHIA — A woman is suing Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals and Merck & Co. Inc., citing alleged breach of implied warranty, fraud, negligence, negligent misrepresentation and product liability.
Couple file Levaquin lawsuit in Philly federal court
PHILADELPHIA — Two people are suing Johnson & Johnson and Janssen Pharmaceuticals, citing alleged breach of implied warranty, failure to warn, fraud, negligent misrepresentation and product liability.
Business owner accused of defamatory statement
PITTSBURGH — A Pennsylvania company and individuals are suing Donald D. Sbarra, a business owner, citing alleged defamation.
Baltimore painting company sues Delaware River Port Authority over Commodore Barry Bridge bid contract
CAMDEN, N.J. – A Baltimore company has initiated legal action in a New Jersey federal court, claiming they were passed over by the Delaware River Port Authority of Pennsylvania and New Jersey (DRPA) as the lowest bidder for a $17 million contract to paint the Commodore Barry Bridge.
Cleaning company blamed for damages at Red Bull Arena
PITTSBURGH — A Pennsylvania corporation is suing Capital Contractors Inc., a New York corporation, citing alleged breach of contract.
Ruling adds uncertainty for contractors working for governments
HARRISBURG — It will be more difficult for contractors in Pennsylvania to collect payments and legal fees from local and state government agencies withholding payment in bad faith after a recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision.
Two file Avelox lawsuit against Bayer, Merck
PENNSYLVANIA — Two consumers are suing Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.; Bayer Corporation; Bayer AG; Bayer Pharma AG; and Merck & Co. Inc., pharmaceutical companies, citing alleged breach of implied warranty, fraud, negligent misrepresentation and product liability.
Government seeks loan repayment from man
PITTSBURGH — The federal government is suing William H. Domhoff, alleging unpaid debt.
Cell phone distraction alleged as cause of collision
PHILADELPHIA — A couple's lawsuit against motorist Kevin P. Barron alleges negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.